1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Impala | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |